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Mar 26, 2025
Sponsored by MCI
Food and beverage trends are becoming central to event planning, with sustainability, customization and health-conscious options leading the way. Caterers and event organizers are adapting quickly to these preferences, ensuring that what’s on the menu aligns with the values and expectations of attendees. Sustainability is quickly becoming embedded in organizers’ strategies, with organizations and attendees alike seeking eco-friendly solutions that reduce waste and support ethical sourcing. At the same time, customization is reshaping the way meals are presented. Guests… more
Feb 18, 2025
Sponsored by Caesars Entertainment
Providing an environment in which to achieve the best and be the best in the meetings and events industry is our ultimate purpose at Caesars Entertainment. Simply put, we work to help others execute great meetings, and that means producing great experiences. With the need to create great experiences comes the need for innovation.
At Caesars Entertainment, we get to observe and assist some of the best meeting planners and event organizers in the world. These observations spark ideas that help us create new opportunities, big and small, for our clients. A… more
Feb 12, 2025
Sponsored by eShow
Streamlining event registration and check-in processes is essential for a smooth and successful event.
Efficient registration and check-in processes significantly improve the attendee experience and establish the tone for the entire event. They also reduce staff workload and help maintain data accuracy.
Importance of Streamlined Registration and Event Check-In
Effective registration and check-in processes are vital for several reasons:
First Impressions: The registration process is often the first contact attendees have with your event. A smooth experience sets a… more
Jan 28, 2025
Sponsored by Orange County Convention Center (OCCC)
OVERVIEW
The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) redefines excellence in the event and meetings industry by seamlessly blending world-class customer service with cutting-edge industry partnerships. From a dedicated in-house rigging team to comprehensive exhibitor services, the Center works in harmony to transform ambitious visions into unforgettable experiences. With over 2 million square feet of flexible exhibit space, unparalleled resources, and a dream destination, the OCCC is where extraordinary events come to… more
Jan 14, 2025
Sponsored by eShow
5 Reasons Why eShow is Your All-in-One Event Management Solution
Planning an event can quickly become overwhelming with the multitude of tasks involved—managing registrations, coordinating speakers, organizing exhibitors, and ensuring everything runs smoothly on-site. Fortunately, eShow provides comprehensive event planning software. This solution streamlines every aspect of your event, all within one platform. Here are five reasons why eShow is the ultimate solution for event organizers:
1. Integrated Suite of Tools for Seamless Event Management
The all-in-one… more
Dec 05, 2024
Sponsored by Catalonia
The European Destination Where Sports Meets MICE
As host to world-class competitions and major trade fairs and conventions, the Catalonia region in Spain is home to an impressive network of standout sports infrastructures and facilities, an exceptional climate, specialized activity options and more. It’s the ideal location to combine events with a sports focus. It’s game on. and here are the Top 10 reasons why:
Unmatched facilities. Catalonia’s sports ecosystem is one of the most robust and vibrant in Europe due to its internationally renowned, world-class… more
Sep 25, 2024
Sponsored by MCI
Managing event sourcing can be a significant challenge for event organizers. Complex booking processes, difficult contract negotiations, and ineffective inventory management can hinder smooth operations and impact attendee satisfaction. Here are four challenges event planners can face with their sourcing and the practical solutions to solve them. Each of these obstacles requires specific strategies to ensure a seamless and successful event experience.
Complex Booking Processes
Challenge: If the booking system is complicated or time-consuming, attendees may be… more
Sep 11, 2024
Sponsored by MGM Resorts
The most successful events, conferences and trade shows always have something new to offer attendees—new insights, opportunities, and experiences. That’s why MGM Resorts is at the forefront of keeping it fresh in Las Vegas. Here are five things your attendees are sure to love:
STYLISH STAYS
With 13 iconic destinations on the Las Vegas Strip, you don’t have to worry about variety at MGM Resorts. Chic, new standouts include remodeled rooms within MGM Grand’s Studio Tower; a $63 million redesign and remodel of guest rooms and suites at New York-New York, and a… more
Jul 23, 2024
Sponsored by Nth Degree Events
As macroeconomic trends push up event costs and reshape event strategies, it should come as no surprise that another event mainstay—food and beverage (F&B)—is seeing a shake-up. Instead of the traditional ritual of bringing programming to a halt for meals at fixed times, a growing number of events are offering flexible F&B, allowing attendees to eat on their own schedule.
For corporate event planners, there are real benefits to this trend—from the opportunity to offer more programming, to boosting sponsorship revenue and (perhaps most important of… more
Nov 27, 2023
While audience participation is a critical aspect of any effective and engaging virtual meeting or event, it’s important for event managers to properly vet and prepare guest speakers for panels or live Q&As to protect their event’s integrity and brand image. To help solve this challenge, virtual events company GlobalMeet recently launched Centerstage, a platform for virtually handling and screening guest speakers during digital events, such as investor meetings, town halls, internal HR meetings and more.
With this new feature, pre-selected speakers or audience members can be promoted to… more
Partner Voices
MGM Resorts is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture, not just among employees and guests but also within its supply chain. The company prioritizes procuring goods and services from businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals and those facing economic disadvantages. This commitment is integral to MGM Resorts' global procurement strategy.
Through its voluntary supplier diversity program, MGM Resorts actively identifies and connects certified diverse-owned suppliers to opportunities within its supply chain. The company is more